A nurse is reviewing laboratory data from a client who has a pulmonary embolism and is receiving IV heparin.

Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?

Patient's platelets 100,000.

Prothrombin time (PT) 12 seconds.

Thrombin time (TT) 55 seconds.

Hematocrit 35%.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

“Patient’s platelets 100,000.” A nurse should report a low platelet count to the provider because it may indicate heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT), a serious complication of heparin therapy.
Choice B is not correct because a Prothrombin time (PT) of 12 seconds is within the normal range and does not need to be reported.
Choice C is not correct because Thrombin time (TT) is not typically used to monitor heparin therapy.
Choice D is not correct because a Hematocrit of 35% is within the normal range and does not need to be reported.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

The nurse should administer 2 tablets.
Since each tablet contains 1.5 mg of dexamethasone, to administer a dose of 3 mg, the nurse should give 3 mg / 1.5 mg/tablet = 2 tablets.
Choice A is incorrect because 1 tablet would only provide a dose of 1.5 mg.
Choice C is incorrect because 3 tablets would provide a dose of 4.5 mg.
Choice D is incorrect because 4 tablets would provide a dose of 6 mg.

A. Might experience blurry vision at times. B. Appetite will be decreased. C. Breath may have a fruity odor. D. Will be less thirsty than usual.

Correct Answer is ["A","C"]

Explanation

A client who has an understanding of the manifestations of hyperglycemia would know that their breath may have a fruity odor.

This is due to the presence of ketones, which are produced when the body breaks down fat for energy instead of using glucose.

Choice A is also correct.

Blurry vision can be a symptom of hyperglycemia.

High blood sugar levels can cause the lens of the eye to swell, leading to changes in vision.

Choice B is incorrect because hyperglycemia can cause an increase in appetite, not a decrease.

Choice D is incorrect because hyperglycemia can cause an increase in thirst, not a decrease.

This is due to the body’s attempt to flush out excess glucose through increased urination, which can lead to dehydration and increased thirst.

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A nurse is reviewing laboratory data from a client who has a pulmonary embolism and is receiving IV heparin.

Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?